Pentagon is said to near decision on Navy’s next stealth fighter
Oct. 07, 2025 12:27 PM ETNorthrop Grumman Corporation (NOC) Stock, BA Stock, LMT StockBy: Rob Williams, SA News Editor
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After months of setbacks, the Pentagon is preparing to name the defense contractor that will design and build the Navy’s next-generation stealth fighter jet, Reuters reported Tuesday, citing a U.S. official and others familiar with the process. The selection, expected as early as this week, represents a
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Awarding the F/A-XX contract is viewed as critical for maintaining U.S. air power and keeping pace with China’s advances in stealth and fighter technology.
Both companies face resource and cost challenges due to other major defense projects, raising questions about their ability to deliver the F/A-XX on schedule and budget.
Funding was contentious, but significant Congressional increases aim to accelerate development; key details about jet numbers, values, and timelines remain classified.
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